1801 Archer Street, Bronx, NY 10460

The 46-unit, 5-story building at 1801 Archer Street in Parkchester, owned by Mark Engel, has experienced several recurring issues in recent months. Most notably, there have been multiple complaints regarding heat and hot water problems affecting the entire building throughout early 2025, with the most recent complaint filed in April 2025 being classified as an emergency. The building has also faced persistent maintenance challenges, including water leaks and mold issues, particularly documented in March 2025.

Housing Maintenance Code violations from a December 2024 inspection of Apartment 14 reveal multiple open violations, including water leaks in the bathroom and kitchen, mold problems, and various electrical and painting deficiencies. The building's history shows ongoing regulatory compliance issues, particularly regarding boiler inspections. There are currently active violations for failure to file external low-pressure inspection reports for multiple years between 2018 and 2023, with the most recent violation issued in September 2024. A boiler-related complaint from January 2024 was investigated but did not warrant any violations at the time of inspection.

While the building has experienced one instance of bedbug infestation in 2021, subsequent annual reports from 2022 through 2024 indicate no further infestations. The property has consistently passed rodent inspections conducted between 2012 and 2022, suggesting effective pest control measures. This report shows a pattern of systemic maintenance issues at the building, particularly regarding heating systems and water-related problems, with the most pressing concerns being the ongoing heat and hot water problems affecting all residents as of 2025. The building's age (constructed in 1927) and persistent regulatory compliance issues regarding boiler inspections indicate potential challenges with building systems and maintenance responsiveness.